© trainspo.comHunslet Engine NGG16
Built by Cockerill, Beyer & Peacock, Hunslet Engine
Overview of the Hunslet Engine NGG16
Discover the iconic NGG16 steam locomotive, a true symbol of railway heritage.
Featuring a distinctive 2-6-2+2-6-2 wheel arrangement, this 61-ton engine delivers a powerful tractive effort of 84 kN, perfectly suited for heritage railways.
Built by esteemed manufacturers including Cockerill, Beyer & Peacock, and Hunslet Engine between 1937 and 1968, the NGG16 is renowned for its robust construction and reliability.
Its narrow 610 mm gauge makes it ideal for scenic routes like the Welsh Highland Railway in the United Kingdom, where it continues to operate as the WHR NGG16, carrying enthusiasts and preserving railway history.
Experience the charm of steam power with the NGG16, a locomotive that beautifully blends history, performance, and enduring appeal.
Hunslet Engine NGG16 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Cockerill, Beyer & Peacock, Hunslet Engine · 1937–196834 units | |
| Tractive effort | 84 kN18,884 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 610 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 0 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'C1'1'C1' h4 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-6-2+2-6-2 | |
| Length | 14.71 m48 ft 3 in | |
| Width | 2.1 m6 ft 11 in | |
| Height | 3.15 m10 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 61 t134,482 lb |
Operators of the Hunslet Engine NGG16
Railway companies that have operated the NGG16, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Welsh Highland Railway | WHR NGG16 | United Kingdom |
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